Tag: house_of_representatives
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House to Consider Key Legislation on Iran, Veterans, and Smithsonian Museum
The House will meet Thursday to consider legislation including a resolution on U.S. forces in Iran, the Veterans 2nd Amendment Protection Act, and the Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum Act, with votes expected by 4:30 p.m.
Politics and GovernmentConflictGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentCongressMilitaryLegalSocial Issues House of RepresentativesLegislationIranVeteransSmithsonianWar Powers ResolutionGovernment
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House to Consider Iran War Powers, Veterans' Rights, and Smithsonian Museum Bills
The House will meet Thursday, May 21, to consider legislation including H. Con. Res. 86 on U.S. forces in Iran, the Veterans 2nd Amendment Protection Act, and the Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum Act.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentCongressMilitaryLegalSocial Issues House of RepresentativesLegislationIranVeteransSmithsonianWar Powers ResolutionUS Armed Forces
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House to Address Veterans' Rights, Iran Policy, and Financial Legislation on May 20
The House convenes May 20 for legislative business, considering bills on veterans' rights, Iran hostilities, education, and financial services. Votes are expected from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessConflictFederal GovernmentCongressEconomyEducationMiddle EastGeneral Politics House of RepresentativesLegislative BusinessVeterans AffairsForeign PolicyFinancial ServicesSmithsonianMay 20
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House to Consider Key Legislation on Veterans, Iran, Education, and More
The U.S. House of Representatives will convene to consider diverse legislation, including bills on veterans' rights, the Smithsonian, Iran policy, education, and financial services. Several measures, including those related to veterans' facilities and banking, have been postponed.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessConflictFederal GovernmentGeneral PoliticsEconomyEducationMilitarySocial Issues House of RepresentativesLegislationVeterans AffairsForeign PolicyFinancial ServicesSmithsonian
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Congress.gov Updates on Key House and Senate Bills
Congress.gov provides updates on significant House and Senate bills, including legislation on local banking, a 9/11 commemorative coin, Fisher House availability, and Veterans Affairs medical facility authorization.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessHealthCongressFederal GovernmentBankingMedical ScienceSocial Issues LegislationHouse of RepresentativesSenateVeterans Affairs9/11 Commemorative CoinU.S. Library of Congress
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House Considers Marshall House, North Dakota Land Bills
The House is reviewing H.R.1352 to designate the General George C. Marshall House as a National Park System affiliate and H.R.2252, the North Dakota Trust Lands Completion Act, with both bills noted for May 19, 2026.
Politics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentCongressState GovernmentsLegal General George C. Marshall HouseNational Park SystemVirginiaNorth Dakota Trust Lands Completion ActNorth DakotaHouse of RepresentativesLegislationU.S. Library of Congress
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House to Consider Capitol Police Retirement Age, Veterans' Bills, and Financial Legislation
The House of Representatives will meet to consider a range of legislation, including a bill to increase the Capitol Police retirement age, several Veterans' Affairs measures, and financial services acts, with recorded votes postponed.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentCongressEconomyBankingSocial Issues House of RepresentativesLegislationCapitol PoliceVeterans AffairsFinancial ServicesNatural ResourcesGovernment
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House of Representatives Outlines Busy Legislative Week
The House of Representatives will address a diverse legislative agenda this week, including bills on veterans' benefits, financial services, and Capitol Police retirement age, with sessions scheduled from Tuesday through Friday.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessLaw EnforcementConflictFederal GovernmentEconomyLegalEducationMilitaryMiddle East House of RepresentativesLegislationVeterans' AffairsFinancial ServicesCapitol PoliceNatural ResourcesUS CongressRepublican Whip
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House Introduces Bill for FY2027 Military and VA Appropriations
H.R.8469, a bill to appropriate funds for military construction, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027, has been introduced in the House of Representatives.
Politics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentCongressEconomyLegal H.R.8469AppropriationsMilitary ConstructionDepartment of Veterans AffairsHouse of RepresentativesFiscal Year 2027LegislationU.S. Library of Congress
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House to Consider Iran War Powers, Bail Reform, and FY2027 Appropriations
The House of Representatives will convene Thursday to vote on legislation including a resolution to remove US forces from Iran hostilities, cashless bail reporting, and appropriations for military construction and Veterans Affairs for fiscal year 2027.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentCongressLegalMilitary House of RepresentativesLegislationIranWar Powers ResolutionAppropriationsVeterans AffairsJudiciary Committee
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House Sets Busy Legislative Agenda for Wednesday, May 13
The House of Representatives will tackle a packed legislative schedule on Wednesday, May 13, with votes on bills concerning cashless bail, law enforcement support, military appropriations, and foreign policy, including U.S. forces in Iran.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementConflictWorldCongressMilitarySocial IssuesLegalMiddle EastAsia House of RepresentativesLegislationVotingAntisemitismChinaIran
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House to Convene for Key Votes on Bail Reform, Law Enforcement, and Foreign Policy
The House of Representatives will meet on May 13 to vote on legislation including cashless bail reform, support for law enforcement, and a resolution on U.S. military involvement in Iran.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementConflictCongressLegalMilitarySocial IssuesMiddle EastAsia House of RepresentativesLegislationIranChinaAntisemitismMilitary Construction
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House to Consider Diverse Legislation on Tuesday Session
The House of Representatives will meet Tuesday, May 12, to vote on bills addressing financial services, antisemitism, retail crime, and human rights in China, with votes anticipated by 6:30 p.m.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessLaw EnforcementWorldCongressFederal GovernmentEconomyLegalSocial IssuesAsia House of RepresentativesLegislationFinancial ServicesJudiciary CommitteeForeign Affairs CommitteeAntisemitismChina
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Media Monitor: NPR reports on Iran conflict, US political shifts and legal battles
NPR is reporting on the escalating conflict between the U.S. and Iran, a House vote on war powers, and a federal antitrust trial against Live Nation and Ticketmaster.
Politics and GovernmentWorldMediaBusinessHealthGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentCongressEconomyTradeMiddle EastAsiaLaw EnforcementEnergyLegalEducationSocial Issues IranconflictHouse of RepresentativesLive NationTicketmasterNPR
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Media Monitor: USA Today Reports Texas Redistricting Fight Could Decide Trump's Future
USA Today reports that a redistricting fight in Texas could determine whether Donald Trump is politically weakened after the 2026 midterms, potentially deciding control of the House.
Politics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsLawMediaMedia Crisis USA TodayDonald TrumpTexasRedistricting2026 MidtermsHouse of RepresentativesGavin NewsomUSA TODAY